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Resolution No. PC-2002-43 Page 2 The PUD addressed energy conservation in a comprehensive manner, incorporating conditions addressing both green building measures and active/passive energy conservation. These lots are large, permitting house orientation/roofdwign to accommodate photovoltaic panels as well as passive solar measures. Passive solar measures are one of the components of the comprehensive energy conservation package included in the project. 3. The subdivision, together with its design and improvement, is consistent with the General Plan and the Vineyazd Avenue Corridor Specific Plan. The PUD was found consistent with both the General Plan and Specific Plan, and this subdivision is based on that development plan. As proposed, the subdivision is compatible with the objectives, policies, land uses, and programs specified in both the General Plan and Specific Plan. 4. The subdivision site is physically suitable for the type and density of development. The site is gently sloping land found suitable for development in the geotechnical study. The single-family detached homes (with some second units) on large lots are suitable for the gently sloping land and the agricultural/viticultural surroundings. No existing drainage courses would be altered. Existing trees aze predominantly old orchard trees; the PUD approved a tree removal/replacement plan. The design of the subdivision and improvements are not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife in their habitat. The EIR completed for the Vineyard Avenue Corridor Specific Plan found no unmitigatable impacts to the local environment. The existing stream will be enhanced with riparian plantings. Conditions address protection of any raptors during nesting season. No wetlands or other sensitive areas are being impacted. The project's storm drainage system is part of an area-wide plan to detain/pre-treat run-off prior to its discharge into Arroyo del Valle. Existing septic systems will be removed. Best management practices are required of the vineyard estates to control adverse effects from viticultural practices. 6. The design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause serious public health problems.